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The Oregon Medical Board is the agency of the government of the U.S. state of Oregon responsible for establishing the rules and regulations governing the practice of medicine in Oregon. The Board issues and renews licenses for the following health care providers:
The Oregon Medical Board is established and granted authority by Oregon Revised Statute 677, the Medical Practice Act. The Board implements this authority through rules adopted under Oregon Administrative Rules chapter 847.
The Board investigates complaints against licensees and takes disciplinary action when a violation of the Medical Practice Act occurs.
The 14 members of the Board are appointed by the Governor of Oregon and confirmed by the Oregon State Senate. Board members serve three-year terms and may be reappointed for one additional term.